Pancreatic cancer Flashcards
1
Q
what is the most common type of pancreatic cancer?
A
adenocarcinoma of the pancreatic head
2
Q
what are the risk factors for pancreatic cancer?
A
smoking increased age diet high in animal fats and protein obesity family history hereditary syndromes e.g. Lynch
3
Q
what are the symptoms specific of pancreatic cancer?
A
dull epigastric pain radiating to middle back
painless jaundice
pale stool, dark urine, itching (obstructive jaundice)
change in bowel habit
recent onset diabetes
4
Q
what is the pancreatic tumour marker?
A
Ca 19-9
